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What's up South Bend! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How new data center rules could impact South Bend taxes and jobs
  • South Bend Hebrew Day School earns coveted Indiana Blue Ribbon honor
  • Where to find the lowest gas prices around South Bend today

Also on today's calendar: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 68, low: 42.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 68 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mayor James Mueller announces guidelines for potential future hyperscale data centers in the City of South Bend (abc57.com) — South Bend residents now have a first look at Mayor James Mueller's proposed rules for any future large-scale data centers, including no tax abatements, full utility cost coverage, and strong labor standards. Through Oct. 31, you can review the draft "Neighborhoods-First Framework for Data Centers" online and submit feedback or call 311 to share your thoughts.
   

2. 4 Michiana-area schools honored as 2026 Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools. Here are the schools that made the list (wndu.com) — South Bend families can celebrate that South Bend Hebrew Day School has been named a 2026 Indiana Blue Ribbon School, one of just 16 honored statewide. The recognition, announced by Gov. Mike Braun, highlights strong student achievement and community support, with three other Michiana schools also making the list for exemplary performance.
   

3. Cheapest gas stations in South Bend (pdclarion.com) — Drivers in South Bend can compare today's cheapest gas options, with several stations in South Bend and nearby Mishawaka clustered around $3.59 per gallon and one Costco in Granger slightly lower. The list, compiled from GasBuddy data, ranks stations by regular fuel price so you can decide whether it's worth a short drive to save a few cents.
   

4. Indiana's top CASA says he's changed kids' lives but he's gained much more (wvpe.org) — A South Bend resident, Tom Brown, has been honored as Indiana's CASA of the year for his 12 years of advocating for abused and neglected children. Local officials say there's a pressing need for more CASA volunteers in St. Joseph County, and residents can learn how to get involved at sjccasa.org.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Lost cat, Bella Luna ...
    Cedar St./Jacob intersection, October 4, 2026. She is chipped. 3 years old now, this is a pic of her as kitten. Please call or text 574-303-7085 (Nextdoor Northeast)
  • Anyone missing their dog in Clearwater MHP?
    Wondering around lot 100 and the mailboxes this morning about 5:15am as I was leaving for work. (Nextdoor Clear Water)
  • Valvoline, Inc. posted a job opening for Service Center Manager in South Bend. Apply here.
  • PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Cook Supervisor - South Bend Work Release Center in South Bend. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Bend here.

Ok South Bend! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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